Senior Data Scientist MineStar

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Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also about each other. We are the makers problem solvers and future world builders who are creating stronger more sustainable communities. We dontjust talk about progress and innovation here we make it happen with our customers where we work and live. Together we are building a better world so we can all enjoy living in it.

As a Data Scientist for MineStar Performance you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of MineStar applied to autonomous and staffed mining operations.

This role focuses on researching designing and evolving the analytical methodologies that define how performance tools operate at scale. You will play a central role in shaping the logic metrics and analytical frameworks that underpin decision making and performance measurement across complex operational environments.

You will collaborate closely with cross functional teams and external partners to gather insights test hypotheses and translate real world needs into robust scalable methodologies. Your work will influence how performance is defined measured and improved ensuring tools are grounded in sound data science practical applicability and continuous improvement principles.

Beyond research and design you will act as a subject matter expert in performance analytics. You will apply advanced analytical methods to define measure analyze improve and control performance outcomes. This includes supporting investigations into operational issues contributing to tool and product enhancements and providing analytical support to broader innovation and development initiatives.

Why This Role Is Exciting

• Blend of research applied data science and real-world problem solving.

• High level of influence working with diverse stakeholders across engineering operations and product teams.

• Exposure to complex large-scale systems where analytical rigor has tangible business impact.

What you will do:

• Research design and validate analytical methodologies that define how performance tools function.

• Develop performance frameworks metrics and models that support consistent and reliable decision making.

• Translate ambiguous business or operational problems into structured analytical approaches.

• Partner with internal teams and external stakeholders to refine requirements and ensure methodologies remain relevant and effective.

• Analyze complex datasets to identify patterns root causes and improvement opportunities.

• Contribute to the continuous evolution of tools through experimentation validation and feedback loops.

• Support broader initiatives with data analysis modeling and methodological guidance.

What skills you will have:

• Business Statistics: Strong foundation in applied math statistics data analysis and analytical modeling.

• Requirements Analysis: Experience designing metrics KPIs and performance frameworks from first principles.

• Query and Database Access Tools: Structured analytical mindset with the ability to work across diverse topics such as coding analysis validation technical documentation and methodology design.

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to clearly explain complex analytical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Comfortable influencing decisions through data and logic. Comfortable working in global cross functional environments with multiple stakeholders and perspectives.

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Curiosity driven methodical and focused on learning iteration and long-term impact.

Top candidates will also have:

• Degree in Math Data Science Analytics Computer Science or a related technical field.

• Experience in mining operations and MineStar technology.

Additional Information:

The primary location for this position is Calgary Alberta.

This position may require 25% travel.

Domestic relocation assistance is available.

Visa sponsorship international assignments or payroll transfers are not available for this role.

What you will get:

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.

Here you earn more than just wage because we value your performance we offer a total rewards package that provides:

• Competitive Base Salary

• Annual incentive bonus plan*

• Medical dental and vision coverage

• Paid time off plan (Vacation Holiday Volunteer Etc.)

• Defined Contribution Pension Plan

• Employee Share Purchase Plan

• Short and long-term disability coverage

• Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Programs

Summary Pay Range:

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-related knowledge skills individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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